FACTOR (the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings) is a public/private partnership that supports the production of sound recordings by Canadian musicians and helps Canadian music companies make recordings available to a wider public.
FACTOR is committed to reflecting the diversity of the Canadian population in its programs and operations. We are committed to ensuring universal access to all funds and services, including all musical expressions and talent. We will also in our work encourage these values of diversity and inclusiveness within the broader Canadian music sector.
Support is provided to Canadian recording artists, songwriters, artist managers, record labels, music publishers, distributors, and event producers through numerous programs. Whether an artist is looking to record a few tracks, a full length sound recording, market and promote an existing album, or showcase and tour at home or abroad, funding is available. FACTOR supports the infrastructure that must be in place in order for artists and music entrepreneurs to progress into the international arena.
Programs
Explore our programs at https://www.factor.ca/our-programs/our-programs-overview/
There are two things to look at when you apply: components, and programs. A component is a collection of related activities that are eligible to be funded by FACTOR. For example, the sound recording component can be found in any program where you make a recording.
Similarly, a program is a collection of components that FACTOR has put together to maximize the commercial potential of the project. When a program has multiple components, you can apply for each component individually as part of an approved project. Whether you can or should apply for a component within one particular program or another depends on your eligibility, or your commercial or funding strategy.